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Fashion October 15, 2015We have had a very low key week and I have been kind of taking a lil break (break for me, at least) from Instagram and taking photos. We went to the zoo, me and A had lots of dates together to yummy food places, LOTS of playgrounds, and just playing at home. We were at a park with a basketball court recently and Atticus absolutely loved it. The boys were giving him the ball to play with and were having fun with him, it was so cute. But he started to jump with the ball trying to mimic the boys making baskets and it was so fun to watch! So we got him a little basketball hoop and he has been slam dunking it non stop. I have also been totally slacking on posting hair tutorials and hair how to's! Honestly it gets so hard with finding time to do it at home when Atticus is asleep because during his naps I find myself paying bills or cleaning or doing normal life stuff. SO I rented a studio for the day tomorrow and am going to let David and A have a lil boys day while I go film some tutorials and how tos and what not! So for those who have been asking, I have some coming and I am going to try and do the whole studio thing more often so that I can make it happen with no excuses. XO
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All Families should be so happy..
Hi Amber! Love going through your blog! Your family and your kiddos are such a joy! What color are your hunter boots?! Dying to know!
Hi Amanda!! Thanks so much!! I am so glad you follow along π And they are the orange ones but I don’t see them on Nordstrom.. I googled orange Hunter Boots and other retailers sell them!! I put an exact link below π xo
http://us.hunterboots.com/female-tall-rain-boots/womens-original-adjustable-gloss-rain-boots/orange/2041
Hi Amber!! I just started reading your blog and I am so in love with it. I am obsessed with blogs and this one is amazing. I love how involved with your son you are and how you make style such an important part of your life despite how busy of a mama you are. Hope Rosie is adjusting well into the family!
Cheers xo.
Hi Robyn!! Thanks so much for following along!! That makes me so happy π Thanks for the kind words!! You made my day! xo
where do you get your littlw boys hats/beanies?:)
I love Slouch Headwear, Salt Cities and Gap!! xoxo
Hey Amber!
I LOVE your blog and your profile on instagram! your family is adorable and I don’t know what to say about Atticus, he’s just gorgeous, like you! It would be so exciting if you come to visit Switzerland! I love your family and I’m looking forward to the birth of your daughter (I hoped she will be born on the 9th November (my birthday) but I don’t think that will happen…)!! β€οΈ
Thank you so much Gillian!! I am so glad you follow along π I am sorry I am just getting around to your comment, but I am sure you saw Rosie was born!! We just adore her! And I would love to visit Switzerland soon!! xo
I love that your ‘low key’ week is still so photogenic. π Thanks for sharing the little moments with us.
xx – Kim
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That’s so much Kim!! What a nice compliment π xo
I am absolutely obsessed with you life and your blog! You literally have my dream life!!!!!!!
Oh my goodness stop it!! You are too sweet!! Thanks Alexis!!
Amber, you are such an inspiration to me! I love your style and you’re down to earth-ness. If that’s even a word. Haha. All your photos are so genuine and raw, so inspirational! And your dog maybe the luckiest pooch in the world.
Thank you so much Kate!! I am sorry I am just seeing this, but it put a smile on my face π xo
oh I love that DVF dress. I so need! Love the life pics.
Thank you Steph!! It’s an amazing dress! Thanks for reading!! π
This is a very lovely post, i love to see you , Atticus and Chauncey and of course the dad π you are a sweet family and hope your second child comes safely in your wonderful World soon π lots of love from us to you from Δ°stanbul, Turkey..
Thank you so much!! π That is soo nice of you!! xo
Your braids are so perfect its crazy!!!! just needed to comment again because i can’t get over them! i am excited for some braid tutorials so i can get the look! and i want to know which extensions you use too!
xo tara
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Aww thank you Tara!! You are so sweet!! And I am wearing Laced Hair Extensions π
You have the cutest little family. This is the first post I’ve seen of yours, but you’ll definitely see me around more!!!
xx
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Thank you so much!! That is too kind of you!! Stay tuned for more!! xo
amber that picture of you guys cooking and he’s looking up at you…i die!!! xo
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Aww thank you!! I love that one too!!
He is getting so big and these photos make me so happy too! I can not wait until you have another little one – twice as much cuteness in one photo. I also hope I’ll run into your adorable little family on the subway soon so then I can play with Atticus too!
xx Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes
Thank you so much!! He is so fun and such a big boy now π I hope we can run into you too!! xo
Hey Amber! π My name is Ivy and I am a huge fan of yours. I think you are absolutely gorgeous and just perfect! Your fashion is incredible and you are my inspiration <3 I commented on one of your blog posts a few weeks ago and talked about me coming to New York City! I told you how it was my dream to meet you someday:) You told me to just tweet at you the when I am there and maybe we could meet:) Well i just wanted to let you know that i will be there this friday the 23rd because it is my birthday and if there is any way i could meet you that day:) i understand if you can't because you are a busy mom being very pregnant haha:) But just thought i would ask you, thanks for your time:)<3 xoxo – ivy
Hi Ivy!! Thank you so much for the sweet comment!! I am so excited for you to come to town for your birthday!! Yay!! π I would love to see you, I am not sure on my schedule but please please tweet me a day before or something and I will do my best! You are the best!! Love ya!! xo
Lady you should not feel guilty about keeping up with your blog. You are what like 36 weeks pregnant. I am just 35 weeks today with my first and I am completely exhausted. I would have never guessed that our bodies change and feel so much. I just recently came across your blog and I absolutely adore it. I look forward to your every post. You and your darling family bring smiles to many peoples faces including my own. I wish you all the best with this pregnancy and change thats to come in your life.
Brittaney
Thanks so much Brittaney!! Your comment made my day!! Thanks so much for the love and support! I am so happy you are following along now π I hope the rest of your pregnancy goes smoothly, I am so excited for you!! xo
Yay! I’m excited for more tutorials! If you have any tips for how to do eyemakeup for dummies…. I would take them hahaaha.
Thank you so much Emily!! I love the suggestion!! π
I think you live right near my grandparents! That’s the playground I used to play in every weekend when I was little! Not only are the pics gorgeous of you guys but the location is super nostalgic and enjoyable for me now that I’m living overseas. π
No way?! How cool!! Do you ever come to visit?! It is a beautiful park, we love it!! π
Omg, these photos are so adorable. I love all of your photos, may I ask which lens you use?
Atticus and Chauncey are seriously too cute!!! xoxo
-Lily
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Aww thank you!! And we typically use a 24-70 π But we also have a 50mm, 20mm, and 200mm. xo
The photos with Atticus and the puppy melt my heart!
I also LOLed at ‘slam dunking non-stop!
Looking forward to hair tutorials π always thanks for keeping us up to date and in the loop! xo
Krista
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Thanks so much Krista!! And haha me too! He loves basketball all of a sudden, it is adorable!! And yay! Stay tuned for one soon!! xo
I love all these snapshots! π
-Rae
studentsandstyle.wordpress.com
Thanks so much Rae!! xo
I am sitting at work missing my baby boy who is at home.. and then I look at your pics and it totally brightens up my day. I”m sitting here smiling from ear to ear just looking at your boy;s pictures. Arent they just the most wonderful things ever!!!
Aww that is the sweetest thing, thank you!! I bet your little man feels the same!! You are a rockstar!! xoxo
Hi Amber! I am absolutely obsessed with your blog and Atticus. He brightens my day he is so cute! Also your pictures are always on point! What kind of camera do you use and do you use a certain app to edit?
Thanks!
Rylee
Hi Rylee!! Thank you so much babe!! That is so nice of you π I use a canon 5d mark iii camera and a program called Lightroom to edit them. xoxo
Thank you so much! Your blog is awesome and your fam is even more awesome. Squad. Goals. Keep doing what you’re doing girl! π
i loved this update!! I’ve been checking your blog everyday for a few years and I regularly talk about you like you are one of my friends haha I just wanted to say thanks for being such an awesome role model and I hope I have a family like yours one day π
Yay!! Thanks so much Carlie!! That makes me so so happy!! I feel the same π Thank you love!! xo
Hi Amber, i love your blog so much, i can’t even get enough of these cute pictures and you inspire me every time. Thanks a lot.
Love from Germany
Thank you so much Laura!! I am so happy to hear that π xo
I love your picture of you and Atticus snuggling the night before you spent your first night away from him. I recently left my baby girl for a weekend and it was SO hard! I balled when I said goodbye. Of course she did fine. ????
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Thank you so much!! I love looking back at that picture π And aww I bet!! Good job mama! It’s so hard!!
you are so beautiful and inspiring π love your posts !!!
Thank you SO much!! xo
Oh, I was thinking why you aren’t posting at instagram and following your snaps, it’s good to hear from you. And hurray to upcoming videos and posts, as i said before please do more π Δ±t won’t be enough to hear your calming voice Amber thank you!!!
I have been a little absent π Just taking it easy!! And yay! Stay tuned for a tutorial soon!! Thank you Wilma!! xoxo
Amber, you are so inspiring! I have been following you for a while now and I love how you share your life on the blog/instagram. I wish you and your little family the best! π
If possible, could you tell me what kind of lenses do you use for your camera and what kind of effect? Your pictures are always amazing!
Love from California,
Fernanda
Thank you so much love!! That is such a nice comment, wow! You are too kind. And yes, I typically use a 24-70 but I also use a 20mm, 200mm and 50mm π I hope that helps!! xo
I just adore you and your little family. Sweet as can be.
Thanks so much Hannah!! That means a lot to me π xo
My best friend used to be afraid of those sidewalk city grate things too! We’d be walking down the street together and she’d go out of her way because she was afraid of falling in!
Okay good I am no the only one haha! That is so funny!
Love your posts like these Amber! It’s always so nice to take a break from documenting everything, I hope you enjoyed just being with your family! You all look lovely as ever π
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Sarah-Beth
Thanks so much love!! I am so glad you liked this post π You made my day!! xo
I love this post! You’ll definitely want to collect these memories before A isn’t your only baby anymore. Such treasures.
Thanks so much!! You are too sweet π
Aw sounds like some nice downtime!
Looking forward to those tutorials. π
Carly
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It was π Thanks Carly!! Stay tuned! xo
My “Lately” can beat up your… HaHaHa… Me, living life in Downtown Salt Lake City… I think… does not stand a chance against 5 seconds of your “Lately!” My favorite is the shot of Atti looking out against the Subway window… What happened to all of my “Latelys” all of a sudden??? In love with this post… And your “Latelys” ROCK!!!!!!
Oh whatever haha!! We have to stay busy to entertain Atticus π And aww thanks!! I love that shot too!! Thanks Ehren!!!
amber seriously…your little family is just too precious. these pictures made my day. I am thinking of doing an internship with NBC in a few years, it could be earlier it could be sooner but it is going to be in NEW YORK CITY!!! so unless I get there sooner, I totally need to meet you and your precious family. you’re killing this life girl!! keep going!!
Aww thank you Sara!! That means so much to me!! And wow that would be an amazing internship!! You totally should π I would love to meet you!! xo
I love it when you write captions to your photos! It’s an even more intimate peak into your life, and they always make me smile! Except for the one about the subway tantrum — I feel for you! I’m looking forward to your upcoming hair tutorials π yay!!!
Thanks love!! I appreciate the feedback π It’s means a lot to me!! Stay tuned for a new tutorial soon!! xoxo
i was so busy that i had miss some of ur post over here but as my firday relax a read all of it! thanks for sharing your everyday life with us all over the world! love ur snapchat too!!!!
big big hugs for u and ur boys from far away poland π
xoxo
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I am so glad you got to catch up π Thanks so much for the sweet words!! Love ya!! xoxo
So excited to see some tutorials! Would love to see the pumpkin patch look! I hope you have so much fun creating them!
Yay!! I am so glad π And thanks for the suggestion!! I will try and work that in! xo
amber these pics are all SO sweet! I don’t know how you choose what to frame and what to put it a photo book! they are all so precious! love and hugs to your sweet family! xo christine
Thank you so much Christine!! You are the best!! Thanks for reading!! xo
I know I say this on every comment I post but I really love this! All these pictures are so cute. I love reading your blog and seeing how you manage to be a mom (to the cutest little boy:), work and maintain a blog, and still look super cute! Definitely gives me inspiration!
Thanks Amber! xoxo
Elise
Thank you so much Elise!! You are too kind! That means a lot to me π I am so glad you’re following along!! xo
Your son is a beautiful boy and what I’m about to suggest has nothing to do with his sweet self: PLEASE teach him not to climb/tug/ride on your gorgeous dog. He may seem to not mind, until the day your little guy accidentally hits a sore spot or he loses his patience and snaps. Working with dogs, I’ve seen it happen again and again. Again, not your child’s fault–you need to teach children this. Also, many impressionable people who follow you may think they can do this with their dog and child and that animal might not be as well mannered as yours. Please consider what I’m saying. Teaching kindness and respect towards family pets would save thousands of dogs from shelters every year, not to mention bites and scars on vulnerable little bodies.
Respectfully,
Katie
Thank you for the suggestion Katie!! π
I love the shower photos, I totally understand that you must be so tired. It seems like you have been so busy lately with all of that traveling
xo
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Thanks Laura!! I love how David captured those real moments π And yes! It has been so busy but I am excited for the downtime until baby girl comes!! π Have a great weekend!! xo
I love that post! So many cute photos of Atticus.
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Thanks so much!! xo π
It’s always important to take some “me time” and slow down from work. You deserve it! With that said good luck with your tutorials. I LOVE them and can’t wait to see π
stay styled,
Lindsey
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Thanks so much Lindsey!! It will be nice π Stay tuned for them!! Thank you love!! xo
Sometimes it’s so nice to “unplug” I just started a blog and it feels like 24/7. I know you have been doing it for a long time, you and your family deserve a rest! π
Xo, tara
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I totally agree!! It is a necessity π And how exciting!! Keep it up Tara!! xo
amazing photos as always! the pictures with Chauncey and Atticus always warm my heart! Could you maybe do a hair tutorial on the second last photo – the fishtail braid!!?? its beautiful!
Hi Stephanie!! Thanks so much!! You are so sweet!! And I have a tutorial for it π I will link it below! xo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5enRMrFOgT4
I think taking time before the baby comes to just chill out is probably the best thing! Can’t wait for your tutorials!
xo Adri
http://www.adrilately.blogspot.com
I agree, I am looking forward to it π Thanks so much for reading!! Stay tuned for a new tutorial soon! xo
You could not be cuter while pregnant – I can’t even get over it! Love the pictures, you and your son are just adorable and your style is fab! I just posted a maternity edit on my new blog for easy and chic outfit inspirations for dressing the bump in the last few months! Would love it if you wanted to check it out, or any other mamas!
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Wow thank you so much Colleen!! You just made my day!! And I LOVE your maternity picks!! It looks amazing, keep it up!! xo
Wondeful moments and perfect photos
Juls
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Thanks so much Juls!! π xo
I would love to know what brand and length your extensions are! thanks!
I wear Laced Hair Extensions in the 21” and 24” π I love the longer ones for braids! xo
Absolutely love love your hair tutorials & Videos!! Your blog is only one I truly follow.. Love β€ your pics of family & y’alls adventures! You live a wonderful blessed life w a beautiful family!
Thank you SO much Susie!! That is so kind of you to say!! You’re the sweetest! π
I can not wait for your tutorials, best part of my morning is reading your blog. I know you’re crazy busy, but can you tell your viewers what length/brand extensions you’re using in your tutorials? You’re so beautiful. Xoxo
Thank you so much Laura!! I am so glad to hear that π And I wear Laced Hair Extensions in 21” and 24”, I use 24” for braids π Thank you for reading!! xo
Are these braids already up in past tutorials?
Here’s the chunky fishtail tutorial π
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5enRMrFOgT4
This post was perfect and refreshing! Everyone needs a break, to recharge and get motivated again….you feed your blog constantly and i think it’s nice and healthy that you took a step back. I read this article on Taylor Swift yesterday (from her GQ cover) about having self awareness and that contributes to peoples success and longevity, it was an interesting read. You writing this post made me think of that. Anyhow……Beautiful as always sweets. xoxo
Thank you so much Tiffany!! I appreciate that!! And no way?! I will have to go and read that article! I love her π Thanks for the kind words!! xoxo
Oh what a beautiful life you have!!! That DVF dress is EVERYTHING! Have a gorgeous weekend, though I know you will. π
Aww thank you Andi!! You are the best!! I hope you have a fabulous weekend as well!! xo
Seriously love your personality! Thank you for the inspiration of all the hairstyles you wear! It’s simply enough with that you don’t even have to show the tutorials! May God bless your family
That is the nicest compliment!! Thank you Marina!! π I loved reading this!! Have a great weekend!! xo
I love your positive attitude! It’s always so nice to take a mini break from anything to get refreshed! Can’t wait for the hair tutorials… I have been practicing braiding on my 7 year old’s hair and it’s a great way for us to bond! http://settledvagabond.com
Thank you so much Jenny!! I am so glad you agree π And how cute! Lucky daughter you have! I will have one up soon!! xo
As always I adore these photos..so much real life and priceless moments π I think being prego and having a toddler would be a perfect reason to take a pause in hair/how to tutorials. π However if you’re going to make some new ones, is there any chance you could mention a fun way to braid a section of hair for us gals with shorter hair? I have shoulder length and end up just grabbing a chunk of the side and doing a plain jane braid and pinning it. (not too exciting) so maybe an amazing “amber” braid tutorial would be perrrfecct and fun! Only if you have the time of course..:D I know you’re a super busy momma. Thank you for always taking time to be such an amazing ad inspirational blogger!!!
Thank you so much!! I am so glad you liked the post π And yes! I am so looking forward to that quiet alone time haha π And that’s a great suggestion, thanks!! I will definitely keep it in mind when filming upcoming tutorials!! xo
Love looking at all your cute pictures!
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Aww thank you Nikki!! xo
I loved this post! It is so nice to get these little glimpses into your life! Atticus playing basketball sounds so adorable, I can’t even imagine! Also (last thing I promise). I love how you call it ‘being soft,’ so funny and cute!
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Thank you Megan!! He sure loves his new basketball hoop haha it is so cute! Thanks for the sweet comment!! xo
I absolutely love that colorful dress you’re wearing in the first pic and the subway (second to last, I think) pic. Absolutely gorgeous!!
XO,
Sarah
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Thanks so much!! It’s one of my favorites!! π
These photos are all so adorable…you’re so blessed with such a happy and healthy family! Have a great weekend!
xoxo
Cathy, your Poor Little It Girl
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Thanks so much!! Enjoy your weekend as well!! xo
I enjoyed looking at all these photos. They put a smile on my face. Have a wonderful weekend!
Danielle
http://www.spring2spring.com
Thank you Danielle!! π I hope you have an amazing weekend as well!! xo
Tienes unas fotos con tu bebe tan bonitas, que creo que dentro de unos aΓ±os solo con verlas te emocionaras.
Preciosa como siempre
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Thank you so much!! That is so nice of you π
This post is my favorite ever. It’s selfless and thoughtful and I love that bond between Chauncey and Atticus! You take care of yourself, Amber, you’re doing just fine! x
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Ahh thank you so much!! I love hearing that!! You’re the nicest!! Love ya! xo
Atticus is seriously the happiest little boy! I can’t wait until he starts talking so we get to hear all the funny things he comes up with on your Snapchat. haha. Love these little daily life blog posts! <3
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Oh my goodness I can’t wait till he starts talking!! I know he tries now haha but we just can’t understand π It will so funny! Thanks for reading Hayley!! xo
Great photos! !! And I know what you mean with finding the time to blogging. Omy, there are so many things to do during the Day! !! My baby boy loves when I pretend to be a kissing monster who wants to kiss him, he runs away and when I catch him, he bursts with laughter :)) I love when my baby is laughing!
Xo
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Thanks so much Ola!! I am so glad you loved the post! And aww that is adorable!! I bet he is a cutie pie!! π Baby’s laughing is the BEST!
Normal life stuff or we call it “no-name” duties around home including cleaning, washing and prepare meals take all your time, right? I totally understand. And I dont even have a husband or baby yet. Sometimes, I wonder how life will change haha π
Its good to have balant life, wish you feel amazing and keep going strong!
Haha exactly!! I am glad you know what I am saying π Thanks for the sweet comment!! xo
So many beautiful, fun and heartwarming photos! You have such a beautiful and loving family! π
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Thanks so much Natali!! That is so sweet of you!!
Such beautiful photos, as always π I am so excited that you’ll be posting some new tutorial videos! Your hair tutorials are my favorite and I’ve been diligently trying to master the styles you’ve already posted and can’t wait for more π
Thank you so much!! That means a lot to me! I can’t wait to get new ones up soon π Thanks love!! xo
I absolutely love the photo when you’re making eggs and Atticus is looking up at you. He has so much love in his eyes it’s heart warming to see <3
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Aww thank you!! It is one of my favorites too π You are too kind!!! π
Love looking back at all these pictures! I can imagine how exhausted you feel being at the end of your pregnancy and having to keep up on your blog. Don’t worry though, I’m positive you won’t lose fans. Your true fans understand you. Hope the shooting goes well tomorrow though! Can’t wait to see the tutorials!
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Thanks so much Dominique!! I am so happy you like them π And aww thank you! I am lucky to have such loyal followers!! You’re so sweet! Have a great weekend!! xo
I just wanted to know if you knew Hayden Pattieniere was trying to recreate your braids?
Also, you are so fiercely gorgeous. I used to have a really hard time looking at your blog because one days’ outfit for you is worth double mine and my husband’s rent. Plus, we have had a really hard time getting pregnant and you seem to be fertile myrtle! But, then I realized at how sweet your posts were and how genuinely happy you were. AND THE PROBLEM WAS ME. I’ve been working on empowering women through celebrating their successes, even if I’m not where I want to be yet. So, congratulations on the life you are building! You’re not posting these pictures to flaunt and make others’ jealous. This is just how you express yourself and provide for your family.
I am happy that I can look at the darling pictures of Atticus to subside my baby hunger and dream of days outside of medical school where I can maybe buy a nice outfit!
Keep blogging! And keep being such a positive person.
Love,
Kylie
Kylie I love how raw your words were here. To be honest I used to be so jealous of Amber myself, but just like you I couldn’t stop looking at her blog and felt so happy for her happiness. She actually motivated me to keep blogging too. Keep you head up little lady. I pray you someday soon become a mommy and live the life of your dreams, just never give up. xoxo
Wow thank you so much for this!! You totally made my day! I love to inspire others, and that makes me so happy to hear π xoxo
Hi Kylie!! Yes, I saw her tweets and I totally fangirled, I LOVE her π
And wow thank you so much for sharing that with me. I never want anyone to feel jealous or think less of their own lives because of my posts π That took a lot of courage for you to share that with me, so thank you!! I try to share all parts of my life but part of my job is showcasing the happy/positive moments but believe me when I say no one’s life is perfect, especially mine! Love you!! And thank you for the support on my blog, it means the world to me! Good luck with medical school, you are a rock star!
xoxo, Amber
Great post!! Love your pictures and your life in pictures!
Thanks so much Abby!! xo
So beautiful!
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Thanks so much!! And your blog looks great!! I may have to try that lip scrub π Looks amazing! Keep it up!! xo